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December 17th, 2023

12/16/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
December 17, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
Passing the Peace “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Savior of the Nations, Come”                UMH#214  vs. 1,3,5
                                             
Call to Worship – Dalyce Knight
One: Arise, O Church, and look!
Many: The night is nearly over; the day is almost here!
One: We know not when the Lord is coming.
Many: So let us put aside the deeds of shadow and put on the armor of light.
One: Come! Let us worship the Lord as we await God’s appearing!
Many: May the light of Christ shine in the shadow! God’s Kingdom endures forever!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) -Dalyce Knight
We proclaim the greatness of the Lord, and our spirits rejoice in God our Savior! For you, Lord, have looked with favor on your lowly servants. You, the Almighty, have done great things for us and holy is your name. You have mercy on those who fear you from generation to generation. You have shown strength with your arm and scattered the proud in their conceit, casting down the mighty from their thrones and lifting up the lowly. You have filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away empty. You have come to the aid of your people, to remember the promise of mercy, the promise made to our forebears, to Abraham and Sarah and their children for ever. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                                UMH#70                                                               
 
Scripture Reading                                           1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 (CEB)
Advent Candle Lighting                                                           Dalyce Knight                     
Sing Together “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”  
Praise Song: “Light of Those Whose Dreary Dwelling”                  Music Team          
Children’s Time                                                               Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                                 Danny Crego
Offering Prayer                                                                          Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                      UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: “Emmanuel, Emmanuel”                                     UMH#204 2x                                  
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                                    Isaiah 61 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Come As You Are”                                                  Music Team                              
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
This Advent and always, remain watchful with your eyes on Christ, whose birth in a manger is a promise of his coming again in glory. And may the blessing of God the All-Loving, Christ the Son, and the God the Holy Spirit be with you now and forevermore.
This Advent season, may we go forth as people of living hope. May we live as if we believe God’s promises are true. Christ has come, and Christ will come again. Come, Lord Jesus! Amen.

​Prayer List
 
Continue to pray for: Irene Jeffries, Don Essinger, Jim Warzyn, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Lis Williamson, Hugh Homan, Tory, Josh, Bob Maynard, Jan Bolin, Cory, Kyle and their parents.
 
 
John Sandquist has a cyst behind his knee. Keep him in your prayers.

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December 2nd, 2023

12/1/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
December 3, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
Passing the Peace “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “My Hope is Built”                              UMH#368 vs. 1,3,4
                                              
 Call to Worship – Mike Hall
One: Arise, O Church, and look!
Many: The night is nearly over; the day is almost here!
One: We know not when the Lord is coming.
Many: So let us put aside the deeds of shadow and put on the armor of light.
One: Come! Let us worship the Lord as we await God’s appearing!
Many: May the light of Christ shine in the shadow! God’s Kingdom endures forever!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) – Mike Hall
We proclaim the greatness of the Lord, and our spirits rejoice in God our Savior! For you, Lord, have looked with favor on your lowly servants. You, the Almighty, have done great things for us and holy is your name. You have mercy on those who fear you from generation to generation. You have shown strength with your arm and scattered the proud in their conceit, casting down the mighty from their thrones and lifting up the lowly. You have filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away empty. You have come to the aid of your people, to remember the promise of mercy, the promise made to our forebears, to Abraham and Sarah and their children forever. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70                                                               
 
Scripture Reading                                                    1 Corinthians 1 3-9 (CEB)
Advent Candle Lighting                                                                 Mike Hall
Sing Together “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”  
Praise Song: “Even So Come”                                                      Music Team          
Children’s Time                                                               Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                                 Danny Crego
Offering Prayer                                                                          Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                      UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”                UMH#196 all vs.                                  
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                              Isaiah 64 1-9 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Song of Hope”                                                        Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
This Advent and always, remain watchful with your eyes on Christ, whose birth in a manger is a promise of his coming again in glory. And may the blessing of God the All-Loving, Christ the Son, and the God the Holy Spirit be with you now and forevermore.
This Advent season, may we go forth as people of living hope. May we live as if we believe God’s promises are true. Christ has come, and Christ will come again. Come, Lord Jesus! Amen.

 Prayer List
Continue to pray for: Jim Warzyn, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Lis Williamson, Hugh Homan, Tory, Josh, Bob Maynard, Larry and Irene Jeffries and the Stephan family.

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November 26th, 2023

11/26/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
November 26, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
Passing the Peace “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “We Will Glorify the King of Kings”  TFWS #2087 all vs.
                                              
Call to Worship – Glenora Wright
One: Arise, O Church, and look!
Many: The night is nearly over; the day is almost here!
One: We know not when the Lord is coming.
Many: So let us put aside the deeds of shadow and put on the armor of light. One: Come! Let us worship the Lord as we await God’s appearing!
Many: May the light of Christ shine in the shadow! God’s Kingdom endures forever!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) – Glenora Wright
We proclaim the greatness of the Lord, and our spirits rejoice in God our Savior! For you, Lord, have looked with favor on your lowly servants. You, the Almighty, have done great things for us and holy is your name. You have mercy on those who fear you from generation to generation. You have shown strength with your arm and scattered the proud in their conceit, casting down the mighty from their thrones and lifting up the lowly. You have filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away empty. You have come to the aid of your people, to remember the promise of mercy, the promise made to our forebears, to Abraham and Sarah and their children forever. Amen.
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Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70                   
Scripture Reading                                                Ephesians 1:15-23 (CEB)
Advent Candle Lighting                                                Glenora Wright
Sing Together “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”  
Praise Song: “Light of Those Whose Dreary Dwelling”        Music Team          
Children’s Time                                                          Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                        Danny Crego
Offering Prayer                                                                Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: “Savior, Like a Shepard Lead Us”     UMH#381 vs. 1,2,4                                  
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                   Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 (CEB)   
Praise Song: “O Come Divine Messiah”                              Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth
This Advent and always, remain watchful with your eyes on Christ, whose birth in a manger is a promise of his coming again in glory. And may the blessing of God the All-Loving, Christ the Son, and the God the Holy Spirit be with you now and forevermore.
This Advent season, may we go forth as people of living hope. May we live as if we believe God’s promises are true. Christ has come, and Christ will come again. Come, Lord Jesus! Amen.
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 Prayer List
Continue to pray for: Jim Warzyn, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Lis Williamson, Hugh Homan, Tory, Josh, Annie’s mom Katie, Bob Maynard, Larry and Irene Jeffries
 
Jean Stephan passed away last week. Services are pending. Keep her family in your prayers.

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November 19th, 2023

11/19/2023

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  • Welcome - Danny
  • Passing the Peace/Family of God
  • Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
  • Call to Worship - Leslie
  • Opening Prayer - Leslie
  • Gloria Patri
  • Scripture Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 - Leslie
  • Advent Candle Lighting - Leslie reads, Danny or Gary lights the candle
  • O Come, O Come Emmanuel verse (UMH #211)
  • Children's Time - Cris
  • Prayers of the People/Offering Prayer - Danny
  • Doxology
  • Give Thanks
  • Sermon - Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18 - Danny
  • Communion - Danny
  • Announcements - Danny
  • Sending Forth/Benediction - Danny
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October 29th, 2023

10/29/2023

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  • Welcome - MB
  • Passing the Peace/Family of God
  • For All the Saints
  • Call to Worship - James Boesch
  • Opening Prayer - James Boesch
  • Gloria Patri
  • Scripture Reading - 1 John 3:1-3 - James Boesch
  • Cannons
  • Children's Time - MB
  • All Saints Liturgy/Prayers of the People/Offering Prayer - MB (Danny and Carmen to assist with candle lighting)
  • Doxology
  • Soon and Very Soon
  • Sermon - Rev. 7:9-17 - MB
  • All Who are Thirsty
  • Communion - MB
  • Announcements - MB
  • Sending Forth/Benediction - MB
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October 22, 2023

10/21/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
October 22, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace “Family of God
 
Calling Song: “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”      UMH#158 vs.1-3                .         
                                               
Call to Worship Macy Steckley
One: Come, let us gather with a spirit of gratitude for what is alive in each of us; for the fullness of life outside of us; for the wildness of life that we are invited into.
Many: Let us come together with joyful hearts to worship God our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer! Amen.
Opening Prayer (in unison) Macy Steckley
God of love, you created all people with amazing diversity: by your grace, guide us to recognize the belovedness and worth of all whom you have made. Give us the generosity of spirit to recognize your face in all people, and to practice your command to love one another, that we may bring peace among all persons of all colors, origins, and abilities; amen.
 
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                              
Scripture Reading                                                           Psalm 96 (CEB)
 
Praise Song: “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing”        Music Team
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                        Danny Crego
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: “Jesus, United by Thy Grace ”           UMH#561 vs 1,2,6           
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                              Matthew 5:43-48 (CEB)  
Praise Song: “They Will Know We Are Christians by Our Love”
Music Team                  
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth 
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, we thank God for all that is; God has given us all that is, and God calls us to give; God loves us, and God calls us to love; God has served us, and God calls us to serve; may it be so. Amen.

Prayer List

Continue to pray for: Jim Warzyn, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Lis Williamson, Teresa’s grandson, Hugh Homan, Tory, Josh, Darby, Bonnie Hall, Annie’s mom, Selby and her kids, Bob Maynard, and the family and friends of Daniella Perez .
 
Larry Jeffries is not doing well. Keep Larry and Irene in your prayers.
 
Ron Collingwood’s granddaughter passed away. Keep Roxanne and family in your prayers.

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October 15th, 2023

10/15/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
October 15, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace “Family of God
 
Calling Song: “Joy In the Morning”                     TFWS#2284 all vs.         
                                               
Call to Worship - Mike Hall
One: Come, let us gather with a spirit of gratitude for what is alive in each of us; for the fullness of life outside of us; for the wildness of life that we are invited into.
Many: Let us come together with joyful hearts to worship God our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer! Amen.
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Mike Hall
God of love, you created all people with amazing diversity: by your grace, guide us to recognize the belovedness and worth of all whom you have made. Give us the generosity of spirit to recognize your face in all people, and to practice your command to love one another, that we may bring peace among all persons of all colors, origins, and abilities; amen.
 
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                              
Scripture Reading                                                   Isaiah 25:6-9 (CEB)
 
Hymn: “Give Thanks”                                                    TFWS#2036
Prayers of the People                                                        Danny Crego
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: “Thy Word Is a Lamp”                           UMH#601 all vs.           
Message: Rev. Robert Walters                              
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                              Danny Crego        
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.


​Prayer List

Continue to pray for: Ron’s brother Jim, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Lis Williamson, Teresa’s grandson, Hugh Homan, Carmen’s cousin Tory, Josh Seals
 
Bonnie Hall as she heals from knee replacement.                                                    
 
Caleb Smith’s grandfather passed away last week. Please keep his family in your prayers.


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October 8th, 2023

10/8/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
October 8, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace “Family of God
 
Calling Song: “Where Charity and Love Prevail” UMH#549 vs.1,2,5         
                                               
Call to Worship Caleb Smith
One: Come, let us gather with a spirit of gratitude for what is alive in each of us; for the fullness of life outside of us; for the wildness of life that we are invited into.
Many: Let us come together with joyful hearts to worship God our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer! Amen.
Opening Prayer (in unison) Caleb Smith
God of love, you created all people with amazing diversity: by your grace, guide us to recognize the belovedness and worth of all whom you have made. Give us the generosity of spirit to recognize your face in all people, and to practice your command to love one another, that we may bring peace among all persons of all colors, origins, and abilities; amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                              
Scripture Reading                                                 Psalm 80:7-15 (CEB)
 
Praise Song “Heal Our Land”                                         Music Team

Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94 
Prayer Hymn: Breathe On Me, Breath of God          UMH#420 vs.1,2,4              
Message: Danny Crego                                          Titus 2:11-15 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Come As You Are”                                        Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                              Danny Crego        
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.

Prayer List
Continue to pray for: Ron’s brother Jim, Shannon Osborn, Olivia Bybee, Steve Simonson, Teresa’s grandson, Hugh Homan, Carmen’s cousin Tory, Josh Seals, Selby Wright and family and Glenora who is recovering from pleurisy.
 
Bonnie Hall had knee replacement surgery on Thursday.                                                    
 
Gary Williamson passed away last week. His funeral will be on Oct. 13th at 11:00 a.m. Please pray for his family.

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October 1st 2023

9/29/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
October 1, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace
 
Calling Song: “Forever”             
                                               
Call to Worship - Leslie Olson
One: Come, let us gather with a spirit of gratitude for what is alive in each of us; for the fullness of life outside of us; for the wildness of life that we are invited into.
Many: Let us come together with joyful hearts to worship God our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer! Amen.
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Leslie Olson
Lord, make us instruments of your peace; where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is sadness, joy; and where there is darkness, light. O Divine Master, grant that we may not seek to be consoled as much as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying to ourselves that we are brought to abundant life. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                              
Scripture Reading                                            Genesis 1:20-31a (CEB)
Prayers of the People and Blessing of the Pets           Pastor Mary Beth
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                Genesis 1:20-31a (CEB)
Praise Song: “All Creatures”                                              Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth        
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.
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​Continue to pray for: Ron’s brother Jim, Shannon Osborn, Mary Boesch, Terry Hershey, Olivia Bybee, Steve Simonson, Teresa’s grandson, Hugh Homan and the Hood’s relative, Laurie, Carmen’s cousin Tory, Gary and Lis Williamson, Hugh Homan and Glenora who is fighting pleurisy.
 
Glenora’s granddaughter Selby lost her husband, Johnny Bezates in a car wreck last week. Please pray for his whole family including his 3-year-old daughter Gray Lee and 1-year-old son Gus.

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September 24th, 2023

9/23/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
September 24, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”              UMH#89 all vs.          
                                               
Call to Worship - Glenora Wright
One: We are beautifully and wonderfully made.
Many: God says that is good.
One: We are made in God’s own image.
Many: Everything about us is holy.
One: Come, let us worship the God who sees us and calls us beloved!
Many: Let us worship the one who makes us new! Amen.
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Glenora Wright
God of love, you call us to love you, our neighbors, strangers, and our enemies as ourselves. The love you call us to starts when we love ourselves. Lord Christ, teach us to love as you love; teach us to love because you first loved us. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                              
Scripture Reading                                                Jonah 3:10-4:1 (CEB)       
Praise Song: “Your Love Never Fails”                            Music Team         
 
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “Spirit of the Living God”                                UMH#393
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                 Romans 8:1-11 (CEB)  
Praise Song: “While We Sing”                                            Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth        
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.
                               
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September 17th, 2023

9/16/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
September 17, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Let Us with a Joyful Heart”         TFWS#2012 vs. 1,2,6          
                                               
Call to Worship Leslie Olson
 
One: We are beautifully and wonderfully made.
Many: God says that is good.
One: We are made in God’s own image.
Many: Everything about us is holy.
One: Come, let us worship the God who sees us and calls us beloved!
Many: Let us worship the one who makes us new! Amen.
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) Leslie Olson
God of love, you call us to love you, our neighbors, strangers, and our enemies as ourselves. The love you call us to starts when we love ourselves. Lord Christ, teach us to love as you love; teach us to love because you first loved us. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                             Romans 14:1-12 (CEB)
 
Praise Song: “The Lion & The Lamb”                            Music Team   
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “I Sing the Almighty Power of God”       UMH#152 vs.1,3     
Message: Danny Crego                                   Colossians 1:15-22(CEB)
Praise Song: “Wake Up”                                                     Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                              Danny Crego         
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.                                     
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September 10, 2023

9/10/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
September 10, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Shine, Jesus, Shine”                        TFWS#2173 all vs.          
                                               
Call to Worship - Lyna Wilkins
One: We are beautifully and wonderfully made.
Many: God says that is good.
One: We are made in God’s own image.
Many: Everything about us is holy.
One: Come, let us worship the God who sees us and calls us beloved!
Many: Let us worship the one who makes us new! Amen.
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Lyna Wilkins
God of love, you call us to love you, our neighbors, strangers, and our enemies as ourselves. The love you call us to starts when we love ourselves. Lord Christ, teach us to love as you love; teach us to love because you first loved us. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                             Romans 13:8-14 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Reign in Us”                                            Music Team 
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                 Pastor Mary Beth
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”        UMH#526 all vs.     
Message: Danny Crego                                               Hebrews 2:10-18
Praise Song: “Wake Up”                                                     Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                              Danny Crego         
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.
 
                                       
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September 3rd, 2023

9/2/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
September 3, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Christ is Alive”                              UMH#318 vs. 1,2,4,5          
                                               
Call to Worship Mike Hall
One: We are beautifully and wonderfully made.
Many; God says that is good.
One: We are made in God’s own image.
Many: Everything about us is holy.
One: Come, let us worship the God who sees us and calls us beloved!
Many: Let us worship the one who makes us new! Amen.
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) Mike Hall
God of love, you call us to love you, our neighbors, strangers, and our enemies as ourselves. The love you call us to starts when we love ourselves. Lord Christ, teach us to love as you love; teach us to love because you first loved us. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                             Romans 12:9-21 (CEB)
Praise Song: “All Creatures”                                         Music Team             
Children’s Time               Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                       Danny Crego
Message: Pastor Mary Beth      Genesis 1:25-31a (CEB)
Offering Prayer
Doxology                    UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “Let There Be Peace on Earth”                        UMH#431                   
Communion Service
Praise Song: “God Help Me to Be”                                      Music Team
Announcements    
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth          
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
As we go from this place, may we seek justice; for God delights in justice, and our neighbors deserve justice; for we are not free until all of our siblings are free as well; for our spirits cannot rest until all find rest. May the God of love direct us in all our ways. Amen.


In the church calendar, we are in the season of Ordinary Time. During this season, we remember that God is still God in the simple, ordinary, and mundane. The color for this season is green to signify new life and growth; it reminds us that even in the ordinary, God is at work making all things new.
          
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August 27th, 2023

8/27/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
August 20, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Marching to Zion”                            UMH#733 vs. 1,2,4           
                                               
          Call to Worship - Caleb Smith
One: We are woven together out of stardust and filled with the breath of God. We are filled with life discovering itself.
Many: We are in awe of the image of God written on the face of our neighbor.
One: We are abundant just as God is abundant because God is alive in us. We are humbled by the fullness of experience God has gifted us.
Many: We are part of the vision of abundance God has for the earth.
One: We are nurtured by the life around us in creation, and we seek to nurture creation in return. We gather to witness the Spirit of God alive in this community.
Many: We celebrate the Spirit of fullness that is alive in each of us!
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Caleb Smith
God of justice and kindness, you have called and claimed us. We want to follow in your way. Your work for us is the work of justice; your path for us is the path of kindness; may we follow your dream. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                                   Isaiah 51:1-6 (CEB)
Praise Song: “You Changed My Name”                            Music Team                                         
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Message: Kathryn Tompkins and Lizzy Briggs
Offering Prayer
Doxology                                                                                 UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “Wash, O God”                                      UMH#605 vs1,2                                           
Reaffirmation of Baptism Liturgy                              Pastor Mary Beth
Praise Song: “There’s a Fountain Free”                              Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth          
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Love’s wonder lives in us; let us live in love.
Love’s music sings through us; let us sing love’s song.
Love’s anguish weeps through us; let us weep love’s tears.
Love’s power heals through us; let us heal with love.
Love’s welcome works through us; let us offer love.
Amen.

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August 20th, 2023

8/19/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
August 20, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
Calling Song: “My Life Flows On ”                          TWS#2212 vs.1,2,4
                                               
          Call to Worship Sharon Wada
One: We are woven together out of stardust and filled with the breath of God.
Many: We offer thanks for the divinity in our breath.
One: We are filled with life discovering itself.
Many: We are in awe of the image of God written on the face of our neighbor.
One: We are abundant just as God is abundant because God is alive in us.
Many: We are humbled by the fullness of experience God has gifted us.
One: We are part of the vision of abundance God has for the earth.
Many: We are nurtured by the life around us in creation, and we seek to nurture creation in return.
One: We gather to witness the Spirit of God alive in this community.
Many: We celebrate the Spirit of fullness that is alive in each of us!
Opening Prayer (in unison) Sharon Wada
God of justice and kindness, you have called and claimed us. We want to follow in your way. Your work for us is the work of justice; your path for us is the path of kindness; may we follow your dream. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                              Isaiah 56:1, 6-8 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Forever”                                                      Music Team
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                  Pastor Mary Beth  
Doxology                                                                                UMH#94                                                                                                 
Prayer Hymn: “The Servant Song”                      TFWS#2222 vs. 2-4, 6                 
Message: Danny Crego                                           Acts 8:26-39 (CEB)
Praise Song: “You Changed My Name”                               Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth          
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Love’s wonder lives in us; let us live in love.
Love’s music sings through us; let us sing love’s song.
Love’s anguish weeps through us; let us weep love’s tears.
Love’s power heals through us; let us heal with love.
Love’s welcome works through us; let us offer love.
Amen.

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August 13th, 2023

8/12/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
August 13, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty ” UMH#139 vs.3-5
                                               
          Call to Worship - Mike Hall
One: We are woven together out of stardust and filled with the breath of God.
Many: We offer thanks for the divinity in our breath.
One: We are filled with life discovering itself.
Many: We are in awe of the image of God written on the face of our neighbor.
One: We are abundant just as God is abundant because God is alive in us.
Many: We are humbled by the fullness of experience God has gifted us.
One: We are part of the vision of abundance God has for the earth.
Many: We are nurtured by the life around us in creation, and we seek to nurture creation in return.
One: We gather to witness the Spirit of God alive in this community.
Many: We celebrate the Spirit of fullness that is alive in each of us!
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Mike Hall
God of justice and kindness, you have called and claimed us. We want to follow in your way. Your work for us is the work of justice; your path for us is the path of kindness; may we follow your dream. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                                Psalm 85:8-13  (CEB)

Praise Song:” Your Love Never Fails”                                Music Team
Children’s Time                                                         Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                       Danny Crego  
Doxology                                                                                UMH#94                                                                                                 
Prayer Hymn: “Majesty, Worship His Majesty”                UMH#176  2X                 
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                      1 Corinthians 1:10-17 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Beautiful Things”                                          Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction                                       Pastor Mary Beth          
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Love’s wonder lives in us; let us live in love.
Love’s music sings through us; let us sing love’s song.
Love’s anguish weeps through us; let us weep love’s tears.
Love’s power heals through us; let us heal with love.
Love’s welcome works through us; let us offer love.
Amen.

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August 6th, 2023

8/5/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
August 6, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “I Come With Joy”                             UMH#617 vs. 1,3,4
                                               
Call to Worship Kathie Phelps
One: May God grant us grace and bless us, so that God's way is known on earth.
Many: May God's face shine on us, so that God's salvation is known among all nations!
One: Let us give thanks! Let us celebrate and shout with joy!
Many: Our God is just, kind, loving and good!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) Kathie Phelps
God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                               
Scripture Reading                                      Psalm 145:8-9, 14-21 (CEB)
 
Praise Song: “Forever”                                                  Music Team     
Prayers of the People                                                  Pastor Mary Beth  
Doxology                                                                                UMH#94                                                                                                 
Prayer Hymn: “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”  UMH#400  all vs.                 
Message: Pastor Mary Beth Boesch                                     Matthew 3:13-17 (CEB)
Praise Song: “All Who Are Thirsty”                                     Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements                    
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
 Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 
                                 
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July 30th, 2023

7/28/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
July 30, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
     Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”       UMH#158 vs. 1-3
                                               
          Call to Worship - Mike Hall

One: Look, our King will come to us!
Many: God is just and victorious!
One: The bow used in battle will be cut off.
Many: There will be peace among the nations!
One: There will be peace among the nations, and may it begin with us.
Many: Amen! Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with us!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Mike Hall
God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                                    1 Kings 3:5-12 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Love Divine All Loves Excelling”             Music Team                                      
​Prayers of the People                                                  Pastor Mary Beth  
Doxology                                   UMH#94                                                                                                  
Prayer Hymn: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty”     UMH#139 vs. 1,3,4
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                               Romans 8:26-39 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Your Love Never Fails”                                  Music Team
Communion Service
                      Announcements                    

May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
 Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 
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July 16th, 2023

7/15/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
July 16, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
 
Calling Song: “Seek the Lord”                                     UMH#124 vs.2,3
                                               
          Call to Worship – Lyna Wilkins
One: Look, our King will come to us! 
Many: God is just and victorious! 
One: The bow used in battle will be cut off. 
Many: There will be peace among the nations! 
One: There will be peace among the nations, and may it begin with us. 
Many: Amen! Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with us!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) – Lyna Wilkins
God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70
                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                                 Isaiah 55:10-13 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Reign In Us”                                            Music Team
Children’s Time                                                          Pastor Mary Beth
Prayers of the People                                                        Danny Crego  
                           Doxology                 UMH#94                                                                                                 
Prayer Hymn: “Come, and Let Us Sweetly Join”          UMH#699 all vs.
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                    1 Corinthians 11:17-22 (CEB)
Praise Song: “There’s a Fountain Free”                              Music Team
Communion Service
Announcements                    
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 

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July 9th, 2023

7/7/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
July 9, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
Calling Song: “Jesu, Jesu” UMH#432 vs.1,3,5

Call to Worship – Dalyce Knight
One: Look, our King will come to us!
Many: God is just and victorious!
One: The bow used in battle will be cut off.
Many: There will be peace among the nations!
One: There will be peace among the nations, and may it begin with
us.
Many: Amen! Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with
us
!
Opening Prayer (in unison) – Dalyce Knight
God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known,
and from whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse our hearts by
the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you,
and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our
Lord. Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70

Scripture Reading Zechariah 9:9-12 (CEB)
Praise Song: “Your Peace Will Make Us One” Music Team
Children’s Time Pastor Mary Beth

Prayers of the People Pastor Mary Beth
Doxology UMH#94
Prayer Hymn: “Let There Be Peace on Earth” UMH#431 all vs.

Message: Danny Crego 1 Corinthians 11:17-22 (NRSV)
Praise Song: “Here We Are to Worship” Music Team
Communion Service
Closing Hymn: “A Place at the Table” WS #3149 all vs.
Announcements
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and
be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and
give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have
given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of
Christ our Lord. To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all
honor and glory, now and forever, Amen.


In the church calendar, we are in the season of Ordinary Time. During this season, we remember that God is still God in the simple, ordinary, and mundane. The color for this season is green to signify new life and growth; it reminds us that even in the ordinary, God is at work making all things new.
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June 18th, 2023

6/14/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
June 18, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
Calling Song: “Let All Things Now Living”               TFWS#2008 all vs.                                
                                               
          Call to Worship - Dianne Kinney
One: When the world stands divided, 
Many: Come, Holy Spirit, and make us one. 
One: When the world calls us orphaned, 
Many: Come, Holy Spirit, and make us family. 
One: When we wander astray, 
Many: Come, Holy Spirit, and lead us home. 
One: Come, let us worship God our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer! 
Many: Alleluia! The Spirit is here! Amen!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Dianne Kinney
O God, King of glory, do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where Christ has gone before us; through Christ our Lord, amen.
 
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70                                                                 
Scripture Reading                                                     Psalm 100 (CEB)
Children’s Time                                                                  Leslie Olson
Prayers of the People                                                     Glenora Wright  
Doxology                                                                                UMH#94                                                                                                 
Prayer Hymn: “Spirit of Faith, Come Down”              UMH#332 vs. 1-3
Message: How Do We Recognize Grace                Romans 5:1-8 (NRSV)
Communion Service
Closing Hymn: “Sent Forth by God’s Blessing”             UMH#664 vs. 1  
Announcements                    
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 


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Sunday February 12th, 2023

2/10/2023

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Welcome
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
Calling Song: Since Jesus Came Into My Heart”       TFWS#2140 vs. 1-3                                    
                        
Call to Worship - Lyna Wilkins
One: Arise! Shine! Your light has come;
Many: the Lord’s glory has shone upon everyone.
One: Though shadow covers the earth and gloom the nations
Many: the Lord will shine; God’s glory will appear to all!
One: Come! Let us worship the Lord of creation!
Many: All people will come into God’s light!
 
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Lyna Wilkins
O God, who by the leading of a star did manifest your only-begotten Son to all people: lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may behold your glory face-to-face; through Christ our Lord, Amen.
 
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70                                                                  
Old Testament Reading                                Sirach 15:15-20 (CEB)
Gospel Reading                                          Matthew 5:21-37 (CEB)
Praise Hymn “Glorious Ruins”                                      Music Team
Children’s Time                                                            Lyna Wilkins
​Prayers of the People                         Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                          UMH#94                                                                            
Prayer Hymn: “In His Time”                                              TFWS#2203 all vs.  
Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                    1 Corinthians 3:1-9 (CEB)
Apostles’ Creed
Praise Hymn: “Come As You Are”                                                Music Team                                                                                 
Communion Service
One: God of love, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of our savior Jesus the Messiah; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of Christ. And all the people said:  Many: Amen.
Closing Hymn: “My Life Flows On”                               TFWS# 2212 vs. 1,2,4
Announcements                    
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 


We are currently in the Season after Epiphany, which lasts for several weeks between the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6th) and Ash Wednesday. This season is somewhat similar to Ordinary Time (when we celebrate God as God of the simple, ordinary, and mundane), but it is also a distinct season in which we continually celebrate that Christ is for ALL people. The colors for this season are green and gold.​
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Sunday February 5th, 2023

2/2/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
February 5, 2023 – 11:00 AM
Welcome 
Passing the Peace: “Family of God”
Calling Song: “This Is the Day”                                         UMH#657  2X
                        
Call to Worship – Cris Warzyn
One: Arise! Shine! Your light has come;
Many: the Lord’s glory has shone upon everyone. 
One: Though shadow covers the earth and gloom the nations
Many: the Lord will shine; God’s glory will appear to all!
One: Come! Let us worship the Lord of creation!
Many: All people will come into God’s light!

Opening Prayer (in unison) – Cris Warzyn
O God, who by the leading of a star did manifest your only-begotten Son to all people: lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may behold your glory face-to-face; through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Hymn: “Gloria Patri”                                                         UMH#70                                                                  

Old Testament Reading                                Isaiah  58:1-12 (CEB)
Gospel Reading                                          Matthew 5:13-20 (CEB)
Praise Hymn “Wesley Hymn” #28                             Music Team
(to the tune of When I Survey the Wondrous Cross UMH#298)


Children's Time                                             Cris Warzyn
Prayers of the People                Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                          UMH#94                                    
Prayer Hymn: “Near to the Heart of God”                                  UMH#472 v.3                            

Message: Pastor Mary Beth                                          1 Corinthians 2 (CEB)
Apostles’ Creed
Praise Hymn: “There’s a Fountain Free”                                      Music Team                                                                                 
Communion Service
One: God of love, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of our savior Jesus the Messiah; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of Christ. And all the people said:  Many: Amen.
Closing Hymn: “They’ll Know We Are Christians”              TFWS# 2223 all vs.  
Announcements                    
May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
 Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 



 Prayer List
Jeanie Sandquist suffered a TIA last Sunday. Keep she and John in your prayers.

Mike Hall’s brother Jerry has fluid in his lungs.

Continue to pray for Irene Jeffries, Hugh Homan, Deanna’s brother John, Shannon Osborn, Lyna’s friend Donna, the Hollaway and Williamson families.



We are currently in the Season after Epiphany, which lasts for several weeks between the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6th) and Ash Wednesday. This season is somewhat similar to Ordinary Time (when we celebrate God as God of the simple, ordinary, and mundane), but it is also a distinct season in which we continually celebrate that Christ is for ALL people. The colors for this season are green and gold.




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Sunday January 8th, 2023

1/8/2023

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Payette United Methodist Church
January 8, 2023 – 11:00 AM

Welcome and Announcements       

Gathering Hymn: “Family of God”
Calling Song: “O Come All Ye Faithful” UMH#234 vs.1-3

                        
Responsive Reading: Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 (CEB)
One: God, give your judgments to the king. Give your righteousness to the king’s son.
Many: Let him judge your people with righteousness and your poor ones with justice.
One: Let the mountains bring peace to the people; let the hills bring righteousness.
Many: Let the king bring justice to people who are poor; let him save the children of those who are needy, but let him crush oppressors!
One: Let the king live as long as the sun, as long as the moon, generation to generation.
Many: Let him fall like rain upon fresh-cut grass, like showers that water the earth.
One: Let the righteous flourish throughout their lives, and let peace prosper until the moon is no more.
Many: Let the kings of Tarshish and the islands bring tribute; let the kings of Sheba and Seba present gifts.
One: Let all the kings bow down before him; let all the nations serve him.
Many: Let it be so, because he delivers the needy who cry out, the poor, and those who have no helper.
One: He has compassion on the weak and the needy; he saves the lives of those who are in need.
Many: He redeems their lives from oppression and violence; their blood is precious in his eyes.
One: This is our prayer.
Many: Lord, hear our prayer.
 
Opening Prayer (in unison)
O God, who by the leading of a star did manifest your only-begotten Son to all people: lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may behold your glory face-to-face; through Christ our Lord, Amen.


Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70                                                                  

Old Testament Reading   -  Isaiah 60:1-6 (CEB)
New Testament Reading  -  Matthew 2:1-12 (CEB)

Praise Hymn “The First Noel”    UMH#245 vs. 1,3,5

Children’s Time                                                                    Dianne Kinney


Reaffirmation of Baptism  

Offering Prayer                    

Doxology  UMH#94                                    

Prayer Hymn: “As The Deer”  TFWS#2025

Message: Danny Crego   Ephesians 3: 1-12 (NRSV)

Praise Hymn: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”  UMH#526 all vs.                                   

Communion Service

Closing Hymn: “Joy to the World”   UMH#246 vs. 1,2

Benediction
One: God of love, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of our savior Jesus the Messiah; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of Christ. And all the people said:  Many: Amen.

May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work that you have given us to do: to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.  To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever, Amen. 

Prelude
Thank you for worshipping with us today!

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Sunday December 25, 2022 Christmas

12/25/2022

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Christmas Day
Sunday December 25, 2022

Welcome/Announcements

Sing together: Joy to the World

Sing together: I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day

Call to worship

One: Look! I bring good news to you—wonderful, joyous news for all people!
All: Our savior is born in David’s city. He is Christ the Lord!
One: The Word became flesh, and made his home among us!
All: We have seen his glory, full of grace and truth!
One: Come! Let us worship Emmanuel, God is with us!
All: Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth, peace.

Service of the Scriptures
One: Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit, that, as the
Scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may hear with joy what you say to us today.

Many: Almighty God, you have given your only-begotten Son to take our nature upon him, and to be
born of a pure virgin: Grant that we, who have been born again and made your children by adoption
and grace, may daily be renewed by your Holy Spirit; through our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom with
you and the same Spirit be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.


One: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John [1:1-14]

Many: Glory to You, Lord Christ!

In the beginning was the Word
and the Word was with God
and the Word was God.
The Word was with God in the beginning.
Everything came into being through the Word,
and without the Word
nothing came into being.
What came into being
through the Word was life,
and the life was the light for all people.
The light shines in the darkness,
and the darkness doesn’t extinguish the light.
A man named John was sent from God. He came as a witness to testify concerning the light, so that
through him everyone would believe in the light. He himself wasn’t the light, but his mission was to
testify concerning the light.
The true light that shines on all people
was coming into the world.
The light was in the world,
and the world came into being through the light,
but the world didn’t recognize the light.
The light came to his own people,
and his own people didn’t welcome him.
But those who did welcome him,
those who believed in his name,
he authorized to become God’s children,
born not from blood
nor from human desire or passion,
but born from God.
The Word became flesh
and made his home among us.
We have seen his glory,
glory like that of a father’s only son,
full of grace and truth.

One: This is the Gospel of the Lord!
Many: Praise to you, Lord Christ!

Communion

One: The Lord be with you!
Many: And also with you!
One: Lift up your hearts!
Many: We lift them up to the Lord!
One: Let us give thanks!
Many: It is just and right to give thanks!

It is just and right and a good and joyful thing,
always and everywhere to give our thanks and praise to
almighty God, creator of heaven and earth. So let us pray:
God, you spoke and your Word became flesh, breathing a new song of joy and praise into the world.
Grant that we may bear the good news of your salvation, proclaiming your promise of peace to the
ends of the earth.

As your Word became flesh, born of woman, on that night long ago, so we remember that on the night
that our Lord Jesus Christ was betrayed, he took bread and after giving thanks, he broke it, and he gave
it to his disciples and said, “This is my body, given for you.”

Likewise, after supper, he took the cup and after giving thanks said, “This is the cup of the new
covenant in my blood which is poured out for the forgiveness of sins. Do this in remembrance of me.”
And so, we gather as the Body of Christ to offer ourselves to you in praise and thanksgiving as we
proclaim the mystery of our faith:

Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again!

Because we all partake of the one bread and the one cup, we, though we are many, are one… no
matter what divides us. So let us join together and pray the prayer the Lord taught all his disciples to
pray. Let us be so bold as to say:

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread,
and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors.
Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Pour out your Holy Spirit on us and on these your gifts. Make them by the power of your Spirit to be
for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the Body of Christ, redeemed by His
blood.

By your Spirit make us one in Christ, one with each other, and one in the ministry of Christ to all the
world, until Christ comes in final victory. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And all God’s
People said, Amen.

Then invite with the words:
The Table is prepared; all who are hungry and thirsty are invited to receive these gifts of grace; may
Christ be fully formed in you.

(After everyone has received):
One: God of love, the risen Christ has been made known to us in the breaking of the bread; help us now
grow in love for you and for each other; Thank you for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are
living members of the Body of Christ.

Sing together: Go Tell it on the Mountain

Sending Forth/Benediction

May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s
countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore.
Many: And now, God, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as
faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To Christ, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory,
now and for ever. Amen.


After service, everyone is invited to stay for a “Hymn Sing” of Christmas Carols.
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